Payroll Officer

SUMMARY:
Payroll Officer
Location: Cape Town / Northern Suburbs
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering
Type: Full-time | On-site
About the Company
Our client is a respected manufacturer with a long-standing presence in the Southern African market, supplying high-performance solutions to various technical sectors. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Payroll Officer to support their diverse workforce and evolving HR needs.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly wages for 4 entities and monthly salaries for 6 entities, combined this is a staff complement of +-200 employees
• Capture all payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, and employment changes accurately in the payroll system
• Ensure full compliance with MEIBC requirements, including calculation and submission of levies, contributions, and related returns
• Prepare and submit all statutory declarations and returns (PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201s, EMP501s, etc.) in a timely manner
• Oversee the administration and reporting of employee benefits, including pension/provident funds, medical aid, and insurance schemes
• Maintain and update comprehensive and accurate payroll and employee records
• Compile and submit monthly payroll journals and financial reports to the Finance Department
• Respond to and resolve employee payroll queries promptly and professionally
• Manage and update the leave tracking system, ensuring accurate and current leave records for all staff
• Oversee the employee biometric system, ensuring all new hires, terminations, and employment changes are accurately recorded, and that all staff are consistently clocking in and out as required.
• Handle the administrative processing of all payroll updates and changes efficiently
• Remain up to date with the latest payroll legislation, tax laws, and industry best practices

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a relevant field is advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Proficient in HR systems, tools, and administrative processes
• Strong understanding of South African labour legislation, including BCEA, EEA, and LRA
• Familiarity with the metal industry is advantageous